What is the word for "showing that something is meaningful"? [closed]
It seems easier to come up with an adjective than a verb. My first thoughts were relevant and pertinent (as in, “These results are relevant because...”), but you're looking for a verb.
There's the verb pertain, which means (according to NOAD):
pertain
(intrans. verb) be appropriate, related, or applicable
and also apply:
apply
(intrans. verb) be applicable or relevant
(trans. verb) bring or put into operation or practical use : the oil industry has failed to apply appropriate standards of care.
So, you might say, “We can apply these results to...”